Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 03.07.2025 02:30
But, then it hit me hard.
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
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I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
Anyway!
So, yes, the UPSC is considered the toughest exam in the world because there is a ‘luck’ factor coupled with subjectivity in the exam process.
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
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It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
500 students in each batch. God forbid if you were late to the class - you would have to push your way through the seats. (Old aspirants reading this know which institute I am talking about).
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
It lasted approximately 10 months.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
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Worked for a marketing agency
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
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I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
I did not go back to my home.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
All achievers in their own way.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
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And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
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So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
The batch sizes were huge!
Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.
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I vividly remember that evening.
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
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I was constantly staring into the ground
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
Each class used to be 2.5 hours each. Making it a total of 5 hours of coaching classes daily. The classes used to be 7 days a week.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
“But, it is nearly impossible for one to predict who will make it to the ‘holy list’. Yes! I can say that if an aspirant who has done X, Y, and Z can increase their chances of selection, but it is just not enough. There is always a matter of luck (or, probability).”
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
Searched for my roll number.
I was alone in Delhi back then
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
Cleared multiple of them
Keep your ego aside.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
Dropped them
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
“All of these students are great from an academic point of view. They have always scored 90%+ during their school days, some have even scored 9.6 CGPA and above during their 10th boards.”
You would have to be on your toes. If your mind drifts apart for even a second, you will lose your chain of thoughts and notes.
I looked around me
Dare you, peep in your neighbour's notebook. After all, it is a national-level competitive exam - people tend to be extremely competitive. Tough days…
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
Your credentials do not matter!
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
And, I had not made it.
.
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
And entered the park.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
Found an empty bench..
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
“I, too, was an aspirant, 20 years back. I have met board toppers, state board toppers, and college toppers with more than 9+ CGPA who prepare for this exam.”
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
It is almost impossible.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
All the best!
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
And..